Tapping device and massage device

Abstract

Tapping Device and Massage Device: A tapping device comprises a linear DC motor (1), a connecting element having a first end and a second end, and an elongated oscillating element. The motor (1) includes a moving part (101) that travels along a longitudinal axis (X1), the moving part (101) being connected to the first end of the connecting element, and the second end of the connecting element being connected to the elongated oscillating element. When the moving part (101) travels linearly back and forth, the elongated oscillating element rotates about a pivot axis extending from the connecting element. A massage device comprising the tapping device is also provided.

Description

Title of the invention: Tapping and massage device technical field

[0001] The present invention relates to the field of massage products for healthcare, and specifically particularly to a tapping and massage device.

[0002] Context

[0003] With the accelerating pace of life in modern society, more and more people are suffering from emotional stress and physical discomfort, and are eager to find ways to relieve and relax their bodies.

[0004] This is why various massage devices for healthcare purposes are increasingly becoming part of people's lives. Using massage devices to massage the body can promote muscle relaxation and blood circulation, reduce muscle spasms, and relieve pain and fatigue.

[0005] Existing products of this type generally use rotary motors as the driving force, with the motor rotor connected to a swinging arm to produce a rocking motion. The stroke of this type of device is fixed, making it impossible to adjust the amplitude of the product's oscillation during operation, thus limiting the user experience.

[0006] There is a need to develop a new structure for massage devices in order to improve the user experience. Summary of the invention

[0007] In one aspect, the present disclosure provides a tapping device, which comprises: a linear motor, a connecting element including a first end and a second end, and an elongated oscillating element, the linear motor comprising a moving portion that travels along a longitudinal axis, the moving portion being connected to the first end of the connecting element, and the second end of the connecting element being connected to the elongated oscillating element, wherein, when the moving portion travels linearly back and forth, the elongated oscillating element rotates about a pivot axis emanating from the connecting element. The pivot axis may be perpendicular to the longitudinal axis.

[0008] In certain embodiments, the connecting element comprises a first connecting component and a second connecting component movable with the first connecting component, and wherein the second connecting component comprises a pivoting shaft extending in the direction of the pivot axis, and wherein, when the moving part moves linearly back and forth, the elongated oscillating element rotates around the pivot shaft.

[0009] In some embodiments, the first connecting element and the second connecting element are connected by a hinge. In some of these embodiments, the first connecting component and the second connecting component are connected by a hinge, and the second connecting element is connected by sliding means.

[0010] In some of these embodiments, the first connecting component and the second connecting component are connected by sliding means

[0011] In some embodiments, the tapping device further includes a barrier disposed along a first side of the elongated oscillating element, so that the rotation of the elongated oscillating element is limited by the barrier along the first side.

[0012] In some embodiments, the first connecting element comprises a first part and a second part, the second part forming a curved configuration relative to the first part. In some of these embodiments, the second part of the first connecting element comprises a sliding slot.

[0013] In some embodiments, the elongated oscillating element is made of a flexible material.

[0014] This description also provides a massage device comprising the tapping device described herein.

[0015] In some embodiments, the massage device comprises a housing having an inner wall, in which the pivoting shaft is mounted on the inner wall of the housing.

[0016] In some embodiments, the massage device further includes a distal part in which a vibration motor is positioned. Brief description of the drawings

[0017] Fig. 1 is a schematic three-dimensional view of a partial structure of a tapping device according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0018] Fig. 2 is a partial schematic cross-sectional view of a tapping device according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0019] Fig. 3 is a schematic exploded view of a massage device according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0020] Fig. 4 is a schematic structural cross-sectional view of the massage device according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0021] Fig. 5 is a schematic perspective view of a massage device according to embodiments of the present invention.

[0022] Detailed description of certain embodiments

[0023] Embodiments of the present invention will be described below with reference to the accompanying drawings. The elements and features described in a figure or embodiment of the invention may be combined with the elements and features illustrated in one or more other figures or embodiments. It should be noted that, for the sake of clarity, the representation and description of structures / components or processes not relevant to the present invention and known to those skilled in the art have been omitted from the drawings and description.

[0024] The figures are schematic representations, and the configuration of the various structures and their relative dimensions are given for illustrative purposes only. When terms such as "upper" and "lower," "above" and "below," "top" and "bottom," "right" and "left," or similar relative expressions are used, they refer only to the arrangement of the elements or structures in the accompanying figures and not necessarily to an actual usage situation. It is clear that "bottom" can become "top" if an object is turned upside down or simply viewed from a different perspective.

[0025] With reference to Figures 1-2, a tapping device 100 of the present invention comprises a linear direct current (DC) motor 1, a connecting element 2 and an elongated oscillating element (or tapping element) 3. The linear motor 1 has a movable part 101 which performs a reciprocating motion along a longitudinal axis XL. The movable part 101 is connected to a first end of the connecting element 2 via a protruding part 212 of the connecting element 2. The second end 22b2 of the connecting element 2 is connected to the elongated oscillating element 3.

[0026] The DC linear motor 1 can convert electrical energy into mechanical energy and use the action of the electromagnetic force to produce linear motion. The linear motor comprises a stator (not shown) and a moving part 101. The stator may comprise a set of coils, and the moving part 101 may comprise a set of permanent magnets. After energization, the current generated in the stator coil can generate a magnetic field that interacts with the permanent magnets to generate an electromagnetic force, causing the moving part 101 to move linearly back and forth along the longitudinal axis XL.

[0027] As illustrated, the connecting element 2 comprises two parts: a first connecting element 21 and a second connecting element 22 which are movably connected to each other. The first connecting element 21 may comprise a first part 21a and a second part 21b. The first part 21a may have a cylindrical configuration having a cylindrical axis substantially aligned with the longitudinal axis XI, and can partially penetrate an internal space of the linear motor 4. The second part 21b can form a curved configuration relative to the first part 21a and can include two U-shaped lateral branches at the cross-section. A slot (through window) 211 is provided on each of the lateral branches. A first end of the first connecting component 21 (and of the connecting element 2) can include, or take the configuration of, a protruding part 212 with a narrow cross-section that can be frictionally coupled to the moving part 101 of the linear motor (for example, embedded therein). Of course, these two components can be connected in other ways, generally known in art.

[0028] The second connecting element 22 also comprises two parts: a first part 22a and a second part 22b. The first part 22a comprises a central plate which generally extends at an angle (for example, an obtuse angle as illustrated) to the second portion 22b. The second portion 22b may be substantially cylindrical in shape and its distal end 22b2 may be partially inserted and embedded in the elongated oscillating element 3.

[0029] The first end 22a 1 of the second connecting element 22 is provided with a rod protruding rod 222 is positioned and engaged in the slots 211 of the first connecting element 21, and can slide along the slots 211. Thus, the first connecting element 21 and the second connecting element 22 are coupled in a sliding-hinge joint in this example (they can slide against each other while also being able to pivot relative to each other). Alternatively, the first connecting element 21 and the second connecting element 22 can be hinged together without being able to slide against each other (for example, no sliding slot is provided). The hinged connection between the two components can also be achieved using a spherical structure at the proximal end of the second connecting component (replacing the protruding rod 222) or a universal joint or similar structure.

[0030] A pivoting shaft 221 is provided on the second connecting element 22, as illustrated, near the middle of the first part 22a. The pivoting shaft 221 may have a cylindrical cross-section and extends from the second connecting element 22 in a direction along a pivoting or rotating axis Y1 that is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis XL. When the first connecting element 21 moves forward and backward with the moving part of the linear motor, the second connecting element 22 rotates about the pivoting shaft 221 (or the pivoting axis Y1) along the path W, causing the elongated oscillating element 3 to rotate accordingly. As a result, the elongated oscillating element 3 can move up and down as a whole when the moving part 101 moves forward and backward. rear. The position of the pivoting shaft 221 can be adjusted as needed to allow the second linking element 22 to achieve the desired oscillation range.

[0031] An elongated chamber 35 enclosing the elongated oscillating element 3 comprises a side wall 32 having an upper edge 321 and an opposite side wall 33 having an upper edge 331, and a lower barrier 31 (substantially parallel to the longitudinal axis XI) arranged in a fixed manner beside and below the entire elongated oscillating element 3. When it rises, the distal end 3a of the elongated oscillating element 3 can move to a position located above and beyond / outside the upper edge of the chamber, the top of the chamber being open and communicating with the outside space.

[0032] However, the downward oscillation of the elongated oscillating element 3 is blocked by the lower barrier 31.

[0033] The first connecting element 21 may be made of a flexible material, such as soft EVA, rubber and other materials. It may also be made of a hard or rigid material, such as plastic.

[0034] The elongated oscillating element 3 may have a general rod-like shape and may be made of an elastic material, such as silicone or rubber, etc. As illustrated, the elongated oscillating element 3 may be integrated into the lower barrier 31, which extends from the proximal to the lower part of the barrier of the pivoting element 3 to the distal end of the elongated chamber.

[0035] The tapping device may also include a battery (not shown) to power the linear motor.

[0036] With reference to Figures 3 to 5, a massage device 500 of the present invention may comprise the device having the structure described above and a housing 4. The housing 4 comprises a first part of the housing 41 and a second part of the housing 42. The first part of the housing 41 and the second part of the housing 42 may be closed (by screws, by friction, or by other means generally known in the art) to provide a space or an opening for housing the components of the tapping device, such as the connecting element 2 and the elongated oscillating element 3. The pivoting shaft 221 of the tapping device as described herein may be fixedly mounted on an inner wall 4w of the housing 4.

[0037] The massage device 500 also includes a vibration motor 5, which generates vibrations through the movement of the vibration motor, thus providing a more thorough massage to the user's body part to relax or stimulate muscles. The vibration motor 5 is located in the distal part 7 of the massage device, which may be made of an elastic material. For example, the massage device may be configured and sized such that the distal end 7 of The massage device can be inserted into a vagina to produce a vibration inside the vagina, and the elongated oscillating element 3 moves around and taps a female erogenous zone near the opening of the vagina, such as the clitoris, in order to provide several modes of stimulation.

[0038] An elastic sleeve 6 can be used to surround the housing 4. The elastic sleeve 6 can be made of an elastic material, such as silicone or other flexible and elastic materials. The elastic sleeve 6 can be integrated into the elongated oscillating element 3 (as illustrated in Figures 1, 2, and 4). The side wall 32, as described herein, surrounding the elongated chamber 35 (in which the elongated oscillating element moves) can be formed by a portion of the sleeve 6 enveloping a portion of the housing 4 surrounding the elongated oscillating element.

[0039] In this embodiment, the proximal end of the massage device can be provided with a silicone cord 8 for the user to wear.

[0040] The linear motor and vibration motor of the massage device can be powered by an internal or external power source, and the internal power source is a rechargeable or disposable battery. The stroke distance and reciprocating frequency of the linear motor can be adjusted to control the movement of the elongated oscillating element, thus enabling different intensity, pressure, and tapping experiences.

[0041] The side wall of the case can be provided with a charging socket corresponding to the rechargeable battery and can be connected to an external power source to charge the rechargeable battery.

[0042] The massage device may also include a control circuit board equipped with control switches that are connected respectively to the power supply and the motor. The control circuit board may be fixed to the inner wall of the housing, and the control switch may be exposed on the outside of the housing for ease of control by the user.

[0043] To improve the user experience, the shape of the elastic sleeve can generally conform to the shape of the casing. The shape can be any shape, as long as it is convenient and comfortable for the user to hold. The elastic sleeve can be made from elastic materials such as rubber or silicone, EVA, and other elastic materials. Silicone is preferred because it is skin-friendly, has good flexibility and elasticity, high mechanical strength, and is resistant to wear and tear.

[0044] The stroke of a traditional rotary motor using a crankshaft drive is limited by design factors such as the crankshaft structure. In contrast, the range of motion of a linear motor used in the present invention can be easily adjusted according to the user's needs. Therefore, the tapping stroke distance, as well as the tapping force and pressure of the tapping device of the present invention, can vary within a wide range, according to the user's wishes.

[0045] Although the present invention and its advantages have been described in detail, it should be understood that various changes, substitutions, and modifications may be made without departing from the basic principles of the invention, the spirit, and the scope of the invention as defined in the appended claims. Furthermore, the scope of this application is not limited to the specific embodiments of the apparatus, structure, processes, means, methods, and steps described herein. Persons with ordinary expertise in the art will readily understand, from the disclosure of the present invention, that existing devices perform essentially the same functions or achieve essentially the same results

[0046] that the corresponding embodiments described in this document can be used in accordance with the present invention. Accordingly, the appended claims are intended to include within their scope such processes, apparatus, structures, means, methods or steps.

Claims

Demands

1. Tapping apparatus comprising a linear motor (1), a connecting element comprising a first end and a second end, and an elongated oscillating element, the linear motor (1) comprising a movable part (101) which moves along a longitudinal axis (XI), the movable part (101) being connected to the first end of the connecting element, and the second end of the connecting element being connected to the elongated oscillating element, wherein, when the movable part (101) moves linearly back and forth, the elongated oscillating element rotates about a pivot axis emanating from the connecting element.

2. The tapping device according to claim 1, wherein the connecting element comprises a first connecting component and a second connecting component in movable connection with the first connecting component, and wherein the second connecting component comprises a pivoting shaft extending in the direction of the pivot axis, and wherein when the movable part (101) of the motor (1) moves linearly back and forth, the elongated oscillating element rotates around the pivoting shaft.

3. Tapping device according to claim 2, wherein the first connecting component and the second connecting component are connected by a hinge.

4. The tapping device according to claim 3, wherein the first connecting component and the second connecting component are connected in a sliding manner.

5. The tapping device according to claim 1, further comprising a barrier arranged in a fixed manner along a first side of the elongated oscillating element, such that the rotation of the elongated oscillating element is limited on the first side by the barrier.

6. The tapping device according to claim 2, wherein the first connecting element comprises a first part and a second part, the second part forming a curved configuration relative to the first part.

7. Tapping device according to claim 6, wherein the second part of the first connecting element comprises a sliding slot.

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14. Tapping device according to claim 1, wherein the elongated oscillating element is made of a flexible material. Tapping device according to claim 1, wherein the pivot axis is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis (XI). Tapping device according to claim 2, wherein the pivot axis is perpendicular to the longitudinal axis (XI). Massage device comprising the tapping device of claim 1. Massage device comprising the tapping device of claim 2. A massage device according to claim 12, further comprising a housing with an inner wall, in which the pivoting shaft of the tapping device is mounted on the inner wall of the housing. A massage device according to claim 13, further comprising a distal portion in which a vibration motor is positioned.

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